Sunday, July 17, 2011

I was looking at my blog this morning and thought, "How in the world could my last post be in January?!" Time sure has flown by this year. I began nursing school in January, and it has been a whirlwind of a time. I have had to let many things take to the back burner, like cleaning my house, grocery shopping, oh-and designing patterns. In order to be a better mom and wife, I have just had to let some things go. I appreciate all the support I have from my friends and fans on Ravelry and Etsy, and here. When I am done with school in December, I hope to pick up my needles and hooks again. The daydreams of pretty things I can make do not stop (especially when I am in dire need of a study break), and I have a few designs running around in my head. Don't give up on me, I will be back in the normal world again soon.

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Elaina's Slouchy Hat Patternis now available to purhcase. I am really excited about this pattern. It is very girly and super fun to make! The pattern is written for sizes 6 months- adult. This hat is a quick one to make as ituses a size J hook for the bulk of the pattern. The pattern also includes a picture tutorial with instructions to do the X in the edging. You can purchase the direct download for $3.75 by clicking on the buy now button.

Where to buy?

Notes about my Patterns

I don't mind if you sell the finished products you make using my patterns, however, I like credit for the design. Please, note my store name and my blog link anywhere you display the finished product (online or in a store) in the following manner:
McKinley's Closet
http://mckinley'scloset.blogspot.com

About The Designer

Hi!! My name is Kirsten. I learned how to knit by looking at pictures on the internet while I was bed-ridden during pregnancy about 5 1/2 years ago. Needless to say, I did a whole lot of ripping out stiches, and throwing needles across the room. Once I was able to venture out into the real world again, I realized the way I was knitting was totally wrong, "oh, that's why I knit sooo tight!!" I have made countless friends who have taught and learned new techniques with me along the way. I recently learned to crochet a couple of years ago, and the passion has kind of escalated to a full blown obsession! I started writing my own patterns about 3 years ago and am super excited to start selling some of my creations.

Currently, I am a stay-at-home mom of my beautiful 5-year-old, McKinley. I am attending school while she is in pre-school. I am going back for a nursing degree.